Neck pain is one of those conditions that has many sufferers, for a variety of different reasons. Those suffering from neck pain can have a range of disabling affects range from mild to severe disability. Neck pain can stem from a variety of different issues, one of them being a disfunction with the facet joints of the spine.
Between each vertebral body is a spinal disk and the processes are connected to the processes of the vertebrae above and below by facet joints.
The facet joints are a major source of neck pain, and injuries to the facet joints are commonly referred to as “cervical facet joint syndrome”. Biomechanical studies show that the capsules that surround the facet joints have many nerve endings and can become highly strained when large amounts of force are applied to the body, such as during a motor vehicle collision.
When this occurs, the combination of inflammation and capsular deformation can lower the threshold in various pain producing receptors in the facet joint. This results in persistent neck pain which can increase with normal movement.
There are many treatment approaches available for persistent neck pain arising from the facet joints, such as spinal manipulation and joint mobilization performed by a doctors of chiropractic.
Home-based self-care recommendations may include specific exercises to stretch and strengthen the cervical spine, nutritional advice, home cervical traction units, a cervical pillow, and cervical curve-retaining techniques.
In summary, when suffering from neck pain, whether it be mild or debilitating, is it is causing issues in your daily life, your doctor of chiropractic can be a great source to consult to get rid of or diminish your neck pain.
Dr. Augustine of Augustine Chiropractic in Wesley Chapel, FL, has over 31 years of experience treating patients for their neck pain and their ailments through personalized chiropractic care treatments. The locally owned and operated chiropractic clinic offers both in-office treatments and at-home therapy regiments to help people recover and heal from auto injuries and other conditions. The staff is dedicated to providing alternative and therapeutic solutions for better overall health. Give them a call today at (813) 994-6008 to schedule and appointment and visit their website to learn more about their services!